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EX56 LJU

2006 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,900 mi
Last recorded52,900 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 BMW M561,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 LJU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 52,900 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 50,615 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 48,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn inner edge

Pass 26 Mar 2021 45,717 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2021 45,712 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 45,316 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 42,672 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 40,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 37,491 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 35,472 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 32,026 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2014 29,033 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear axle has a oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,280 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Apr 2012 22,825 miles

rear axle diff sill leaking

Pass 24 Aug 2011 21,261 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 19,669 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 17,906 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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EX56 LJU is a 2006 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2006 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 61,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX56 LJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 20 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX56 LJU registered?

EX56 LJU is a 2006 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is EX56 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 LJU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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